by Joey Akan
Afrobeats Intelligence Podcast is a podcast spin-off of the popular music newsletter, Afrobeats Intelligence. It's focused on African music and the sprawling ecosystem that inspires and supports creativity from Lagos, Accra, Nairobi, Johannesburg, and more. Hosted by multi-award-winning music journalist Joey Akan, the podcast explores the intersection of art, humanity and processes that give birth to African sonic excellence. Expansive interviews, the most informed and diverse views, and a snapshot into the soul of an industry pushing for global success. We dig into the past, the present and the future, democratizing the core of African music.
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January 30, 2025
<p>Mabel isn’t just another pop star—she’s a dynasty. Born into a lineage of music legends, she’s carved her own lane in the industry, bridging the gaps between R&B, UK pop, and global Afrobeats. On this episode of Afrobeats Intelligence, she sits with Joey Akan to break down the DNA of her sound, the pressures of legacy, and why her latest reinvention is her most personal yet. From London’s underground to Sweden’s polished pop factories, and now to the heartbeat of African rhythms, Mabel’s journey is a masterclass in adaptation and authenticity.<br>__<br><strong>Season 3. Episode 19. Afrobeats Intelligence.<br></strong><br><strong>Subscribe to Afrobeats Intelligence Newsletter:<br></strong>https://afrobeatsintelligence.substack.com</p><p><strong>Listen to Afrobeats Intelligence Podcast:<br></strong>https://afrobeatsintelligence.transistor.fm/</p><p><strong>SOCIALS</strong><br>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afrobeatsintel/?hl=en<br>X: https://x.com/AfrobeatsIntel<br>Joey's X: https://x.com/JoeyAkan<br>Joey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joeyakan/?h..</p>
January 24, 2025
<p>What a special episode of Afrobeats Intelligence. This is our second live recording of the podcast and it was an honor to bring this to Entertainment Week Lagos and partner on such an incredible moment. </p><p>In this live episode of the Afrobeats Intelligence Podcast, Joey Akan sits down with Odumodublvck and his collective, Anti World Gangstars, for an unforgettable conversation recorded live at the LiveSpot Entertarium in December 2024.</p><p>This episode is a masterclass in creativity and collaboration. Odumodublvck breaks down his signature use of allegories in songwriting, offering a glimpse into the storytelling magic behind his music. The group also delves into the importance of camaraderie and co-creation, sharing how their bond fuels their artistic vision.</p><p>Plus, they spill the details on their new joint album, Nothing Changed—a project that promises to redefine the soundscape of Afrobeats and hip-hop.<br>__<br>Season 3. Episode 18. Afrobeats Intelligence.</p><p>Subscribe to Afrobeats Intelligence Newsletter:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazBSRE5RNHpBVG80RkhhcTRqWU0zMW9EUFppd3xBQ3Jtc0tubV9yWm50dUJvOXNqWjZxY3F6OHRZSU00b0VxUGxSZ2FJcnRaYU45Z013UkZhaFJ0VW41T2sxV1hvMVVaOWx3cEhrdllKNFlNOUJqd1MzYzFIdFNTU1FjZlhMZVo0TnhMdmIzRmRHTmZKclMxaFJIcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ft.co%2FbrjUmSwWWa&v=FHALtbOm7Gg">https://t.co/brjUmSwWWa</a></p><p>Listen to Afrobeats Intelligence Podcast:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqay10UkxaUFZZM1Y1eEJsdG1od3UzdVhWeVRPUXxBQ3Jtc0trc0o3anQ3SDNDN3lzTks2a0VrM21qcVdQQnV0STlBU1hqYW9zc1BKazYwdGxfdG5IcVJneEwwbDFQNF9LcFgxaXNfMHo3SUxmbFFBZmFMcnJqaTB1TTAyZ0ZBcGJjLTRCR1gyRWl3YUNpWjR5enRiNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fafrobeatsintelligence.podlink%2F&v=FHALtbOm7Gg">https://afrobeatsintelligence.podlink</a>...</p><p>SOCIALS<br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqay1zdEFhVnhxaG5oRFgtUDV2aUJIcTNxQmFJQXxBQ3Jtc0tsQklLSDd4RG9wQWlBdnZMMjNGOHd2VTFoSF9oS1hGYUFlczFxcnAxWE4ySmxZRFpqT1VrVzJPQ3VSUlA4UTJETmlWRzVVeXRORzJwdWNuejBwZVpGWmlvMFhFbHB3eWkwdXJmQmdsUnppc0VTMmhXOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fafrobeatsintel%2F%3Fhl%3Den&v=FHALtbOm7Gg">https://www.instagram.com/afrobeatsin...</a><br>X: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0JDTlBPTEhoTGRuMi1xTFBJOGRWUzhmZEktQXxBQ3Jtc0trWTdYUkxndEMzLXl0cDNxX0RQOXpNMnhpZzloU3NNYUEwV0djZHhIWkJQX0FiSGtvY0dXTEVfakVXRmp1eGVncTBnN3Vna1Q4OVhBWVR4NkpsZkhDUzlmel9IT1JETjdhZm1wY1RKbmVSTkk0UUVfTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2FAfrobeatsIntel&v=FHALtbOm7Gg">https://x.com/AfrobeatsIntel</a><br>Joey's X: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHFrVm1VTDFxSUlOOVpkc0V1M200Y29LbkZBUXxBQ3Jtc0trSkZnMFRSUGhmLXNrM2tKMUx4S3RLSlZTY2NKWGlIRlZ5VU1wUzJLVjVTcDhpSUdDcWNGemE3SG9ZNFBlOEJOMXlEV3k1a3p0cjRzcVl3TmEwQi1sT2pTNFFYVWppcnFCd2cySHVSNWszY0ZEM09zTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2FJoeyAkan&v=FHALtbOm7Gg">https://x.com/JoeyAkan</a><br>Joey's Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmEyaEY2V3dtLWZna3h6aGpXYVZNaTZZZjlYUXxBQ3Jtc0ttSkUwM0tRa0ZsVWg4UGN0U09tSnV0eW03cWhkVldiSGZiZVhxTEJyVnNnVHphc0dHTGhCd0E3aTB1eVRXb3NWaDhDeWJwWFJhYkRqcEZMSlZ2S1pPWHl5VzlUcDJNSlVwN3FKNzQwM0NFZFUwVnJKdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fjoeyakan%2F%3Fh.&v=FHALtbOm7Gg">https://www.instagram.com/joeyakan/?h.</a>.</p>
December 28, 2024
<p>In this episode, we sit down with Tee-Y Mix, legendary music producer turned Executive Vice President at Dapper Entertainment, for an in-depth conversation about his journey and his mission to reshape Nigeria's music scene. Known for producing timeless hits, Tee-Y Mix now stands at the forefront of breaking new talent from Nigeria's streets, helping artists like Shallipopi and Seyi Vibez rise to prominence.</p><p>Tee-Y Mix shares the philosophy driving Dapper Entertainment—a company dedicated to uncovering and nurturing street artists who reflect the raw, unfiltered energy of Nigeria’s vibrant music culture. From identifying unique sounds to creating artist development strategies, he explains how Dapper Entertainment has become a hub for the country’s most exciting new acts.</p><p>We dive into the meteoric rise of Shallipopi, an artist whose catchy lyrics and street charisma have made him a household name. Tee-Y Mix unpacks the formula for his breakout success and how the label tailored its approach to elevate his music. Seyi Vibez also takes center stage as Tee-Y Mix discusses the importance of authenticity and storytelling in connecting with fans.</p><p>Beyond breaking records, Tee-Y Mix reveals the intricacies of signing and developing artists from Nigeria’s streets, highlighting the challenges and triumphs that come with turning raw talent into global stars.</p><p>Whether you’re a fan of Nigerian music, an aspiring artist, or simply curious about the mechanics of the music industry, this episode is a masterclass in artistry, strategy, and passion. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of Afrobeats and the visionary leadership shaping its future.</p><p>__<br><strong>Season 3, Episode 17. Afrobeats Intelligence.<br></strong><br>Subscribe to Afrobeats Intelligence Newsletter:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTZ1bUhWSDJvUGNYdHpKbmVYX0dzOV9tcmYxd3xBQ3Jtc0traEl4eGRQZkZIVWlCLVlmc0RKWVYtVmtGWWVSOS1SX2daYXEwb0VCQ3l4c1l6b1JPU2JGdGRtNXNDWVJjR0ZwNHliUVU4ZkhXYnZDalJLaFplLW83c3RwNzM0SjdLWENaVEZjUkt2QkRxWEdLY2pncw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ft.co%2FbrjUmSwWWa&v=uvyLWnrxE4k">https://t.co/brjUmSwWWa</a></p><p>Listen to Afrobeats Intelligence Podcast:<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEx1SERZaEU3dkVRWE1qV05VN2xSZDg3WHh2QXxBQ3Jtc0trdGk0MFpIYi16UGZWWWFQWS1lTllkc2dIT2Y3cDJxbVpwYTZSdUpzekdtajN2cGtXZHhsQmFaUl9lUmZkeDVHd1lJNmhVV3ZnR2Rsd29qNWl3NU9raDBxdDJpUGlNRHR2enViT2Y3UkZKU0U1MEtnRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fafrobeatsintelligence.podlink.to%2FNew-Episodes&v=uvyLWnrxE4k">https://afrobeatsintelligence.podlink...</a></p><p>SOCIALS<br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDV6eWJJSFBuanNIaU83UWVUejJ3dDFRdENLUXxBQ3Jtc0trNDA5T0VyZnNrSGZsVFZxb2VnWUVNRkRqWWxoR01vUThEVVpGVmNhaTdUdDNjeHBsaWxKT05wMXlidHJoMlBCeEw4WmpmM3JqaVZLQkZvOG5oYS1OS2RlMTZrU1lEZ09pRVRVcjZsMW1OUGQycFZtOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fafrobeatsintel%2F%3Fhl%3Den&v=uvyLWnrxE4k">https://www.instagram.com/afrobeatsin...</a><br>X: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTgxLXpmTEo1OVh4VFpqcTByV3Rqa3BkUjFKd3xBQ3Jtc0tseUZQMjI5VzVQc01rQWloMTZjRng0bFpIcHJrQjI0aldRUG84LW9YM0xPaTBzM1VYTFpUejc2bXRxWllQNHJzdE9sRFl5RVd1WjJUcmRjVjZaV3pXRS1PRmFUTnNTTWRKamFwMVNTVDdUZUhrS0pkUQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2FAfrobeatsIntel&v=uvyLWnrxE4k">https://x.com/AfrobeatsIntel</a><br>Joey's X: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbk1HbDlxYy1TMWpHdl9Iek9xVmpCZ3BVU3Q0Z3xBQ3Jtc0ttLTNIZVNDdnNhMVNhMHM4R0gydlpxV1ZVQ1A0aDROUE1BcmVXWDZuUUFDb1JqSHE1V1JLeU5uNWtjaG5mZjFUVWtzcUlPU09wenZwQUp0RzFYd0JRREQ1ak9JUy0wcnR5T0otX29aaVRfRG5Ed0l2OA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2FJoeyAkan&v=uvyLWnrxE4k">https://x.com/JoeyAkan</a><br>Joey's Instagram: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTJHTFhJUGZ4Uk5RVWpaODk2S0g4Z1lrWkxvd3xBQ3Jtc0trMTFrUXNId0VuSC1mVkVpN3NTeFVZM3B6cWdBVWJPWjIwZldlLUpGejU5eGZlcXlNb05tbGNzWHkwMWVMRGs4dUR5LUVlQ0xIbmxPeVd2eWM4S2duZUg1cDBPRUM4SGRyVlNRM0hNaUJoc016RFFMZw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fjoeyakan%2F%3Fhl%3Den&v=uvyLWnrxE4k">https://www.instagram.com/joeyakan/?h...</a></p>
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